Conclusion

Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga is a classic, and this new version is arguably the definitive version. Yes, Bowser’s Minions is a harmless but shallow add-on, but the Superstars are the real attraction.

This is a series that has a distinct and special place within Nintendo gaming, and after experimentation and not-always-popular approaches in the 3DS era of games, this takes us back to the IP’s roots. What a treat it is, too – funny, smartly designed and pure unpretentious joy, this is a great start point for those that missed the original in the Game Boy Advance era, and should also be tempting to those with fond memories of the adventure.